Dr. Carly Snyder explains the health benefits and bodily roles of active folate, and how it differs from folic acid.
Read more...The Benefits Of Folate
New York Times’ Biased Reporting on Antidepressants and Pregnancy Hurts Moms
Dr. Carly Snyder and Postpartum Support International address the inaccuracies on antidepressants and pregnancy in Roni Caryn Rabin’s New York Times piece.
Read more...What Is A Doula, And Should I Have One?
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The word doula is derived from ancient Greek, meaning ‘a woman who serves.’ This definition broadly explains the role of a doula, but does not do justice to the often-invaluable role these well-trained birth professionals have for women in the labor room.
Read more...Sleep Tips for New Moms
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Having a new baby means saying goodbye to sleep, right? Not necessarily. Sleep is as essential as water to sustain life, and this doesn’t change postpartum. In fact, during the healing time after delivery, sleep is even more important. Not only can sleep be restorative, but failure to sleep enough increases the chance of postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.
Read more...A Glossary of Terms
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Every field has its own lingo and frequently used terms, and medicine is no different. Often words can have multiple meanings, and various definitions. It can be helpful to have a consistent definition when reading my website and blog, so as to minimize uncertainty and to allow you to read with assurance everyone is on the same page.
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